Trail Running calendar near Ross-on-Wye 2025-2026

Vale Coastal Races are the Vale of Glamorgan Ultra and Coastal Races, the original trail events along the Vale of Glamorgan coastline in South Wales, now in their 11th year. Distances are 32.5 miles for the Ultra, 18.5 miles for the Trail (..

Run the Rosebud Marathon, a scenic 26.2 mile leg of the Rose of the Shires Ultra across Northamptonshire with roughly 60% trail and 40% road. Enjoy varied terrain, aid stations and live GPS tracking to Brixworth Country Park.

Run the Rose of the Shires Ultra, a 54 miles circular route from Brixworth Country Park around scenic Northamptonshire. Mixed trails, canal towpath and road make for a rugged UTMB Index 100K with relay and Rosebud Marathon options.

The Llangollen Fell Race, hosted by Run Free Fell Runners in North Wales, is a popular annual event featuring two scenic routes: a challenging 17-mile course with 3000ft of elevation and a shorter 10-mile route ascending 1969ft. Both start..

Tackle The Big Cheese, a 15 mile off road fell race across the Mendip Hills with over 2,000 feet of climbing. Enjoy a fully marked course, finishers medal and tea and cake to celebrate at the finish.

Take on the Wild Horse 200 series and run 200 miles across unforgettable Welsh trails and mountains. Pick the South Wales route finishing at Worms Head in April 2026 or the Mid Wales loop starting and ending in Machynlleth in June 2026.

Take on MTC Gelert, a scenic one day 47 mile ultra from Barmouth to Llanidloes along National Cycle Route 8. With just 40 places, strict cutoffs and a bespoke finisher medal, this tough Welsh challenge is not to be missed.

Take on an 18 mile guided trail run across the iconic Malvern Hills, summit the ridge and enjoy woodland trails with an experienced coach leading at a social pace. Tickets are currently sold out.

Take on a 39.7 mile ultra along NCN 8 from Glasbury to Merthyr Tydfil in Mount to Coast Afanc. Only 40 places, mandatory kit and live tracking make this a rugged test of endurance that rewards every finisher with an Afanc medal.

Tackle the Chiltern Ridge Classic 50K on 18 April 2026 along a scenic 51K Ridgeway route via Ashridge, Ivinghoe Beacon and Whiteleaf Hill. Limited to 400 runners, this UTMB race delivers big views, full support and a true trail challenge.

Tackle scenic but rugged trails across the Brecon Beacons with 10, 20 or 40 mile options from Gilestone Farm. Expect steep climbs, varied terrain and well stocked checkpoints for a challenging, well supported day on the hills.

Experience the Shropshire Way 80K Festival through scenic hills, ancient routes and local food. Run or walk 10, 21, 42 or 80 km while supporting Grow Cook Learn.

Experience a weekend of mountain running and walking in the Black Mountains and the Forgotten Landscape near Abergavenny on 18 and 19 April 2026. Choose 50, 30 or new 20 mile routes with stunning climbs, historic trails and a canal finish.

Martley Madness is a scenic 10 mile trail run in Worcestershire through woodland, Rodge Hill climbs and a stretch of the Worcestershire Way. Chip timing, bespoke medals and post race cake await while proceeds support Cardiac Risk in the You..

Experience the first edition MTC Y Draig Goch, a scenic 34.8 mile ultra from Merthyr Tydfil to Barry Island on 19 April 2026. Entries are limited and finishers earn a medal, so sign up for a memorable Welsh coastal challenge.

Run through the scenic trails of Cannock Chase Forest at the RunThrough Cannock Chase Running Festival on 19 April 2026, with Half Marathon, 10K, 5K and junior races. Enjoy marshalled, undulating routes, a festival village and finisher meda..

Run the Thames Ring Series, a multi day trail loop based in Streatley on Thames that follows the river and canal towpaths on mostly flat, scenic terrain. Pick 100, 150 or 250 mile routes from 22 to 26 April 2026 for a true endurance fix.

Join the Corvedale Cake Walk on 25 April 2026 from Holdgate Church near Much Wenlock for 10 or 22 mile scenic routes up to Abdon Burf and along Wenlock Edge. Enjoy checkpoints with cakes and hot drinks while supporting local churches.

Enjoy a scenic run or walk from Bath's southeast edge into Cotswold woods, hills and river valleys, choosing from four distances up to 26.5 miles. Finishers get a medal, food and drinks and recovery transport if needed.

Run the Butcombe Trail Ultra through the Mendip Hills AONB on self navigated 50 km or 50 mile courses that circle six pubs. Volunteer run, UTMB qualifying and perfect for adventurous trail runners seeking a scenic challenge.